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Newtel is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Heart Failure, High BP. Other than this, Newtel has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Newtel is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Newtel include Dizziness, Nausea or vomiting, Back Pain. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Newtel can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Newtel normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Newtel is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Newtel's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Newtel can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Newtel in conditions like Angioedema, Hyperkalemia, Drug Allergy.
Additionally, Newtel may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Newtel, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Newtel is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Newtel safe for pregnant women?
Newtel can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Newtel safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Newtel on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Newtel on the Kidneys?
Newtel is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Newtel on the Liver?
Newtel has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Newtel on the Heart?
Newtel is rarely harmful for the heart.
Newtel should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Newtel unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Newtel habit forming or addictive?
Newtel is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Newtel can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Newtel should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Newtel is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Newtel
When consumed with certain foods, Newtel may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Newtel
Consumption of alcohol and Newtel together may have severe effects on your health.
Newtel is the brand name for telmisartan. It belongs to a group of medications known as angiotensin II receptor blockers. It is available in the form of tablets. Newtel is used to treat hypertension. It is also used to decrease cardiovascular risk in patients who cannot take ACE (angiotensin-converting enzyme) inhibitors.
No, Newtel is not a beta blocker/calcium channel blocker/diuretic/blood thinner/ace inhibitor. It is angiotensin II receptor blocker (an antihypertensive drug).
No, Newtel doesn't cause a headache. However, if you experience a headache while using Newtel, please consult your doctor without any delay.
Newtel contains telmisartan which is an antihypertensive drug that works by preventing a chemical (angiotensin II) to bind with a receptor. This causes relaxation of blood vessels, it also prevents the synthesis and release of aldosterone (a hormone whose hyperactivity results in high blood pressure). In this way Newtel decreases the blood pressure.
Yes, Newtel causes hyperkalemia (high amount of potassium in the blood). Therefore, monitoring of blood potassium levels is important during Newtel therapy.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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